London Venues — Updated 08 Jul 2026

Grassroots Venues in London

Q: How many grassroots music venues are in London?

GigXchange lists 374 grassroots music venues in London, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Q: Which London venues provide full backline?

29 of 374 London venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 108 provide at least a PA system. 27 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

Q: What size are London's grassroots venues?

Of the 237 London venues with known capacity: 80 are small (under 150), 103 are medium (150–499), and 54 are large (500+). The majority of London’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

374 grassroots music venues across London. Capacity, backline, genres, booking info. Updated weekly.

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374 Venues in London

374 Venues 108 With PA 29 Full Backline 27 In-House Engineer Updated 08 Jul 2026

London has 374 grassroots music venues listed on GigXchange. 108 provide a PA system, 29 offer full backline, and 27 include an in-house sound engineer. Sign up free to view booking contacts and fee ranges.

374

grassroots venues hosting live music in London

108 provide a PA system · 29 offer full backline
27 have an in-house sound engineer included
Booking contact, fee range and submission process available to signed-up artists

London Venue Scene in Numbers

Live statistics from 374 grassroots venues across London. Updated daily.

374

Total Venues

Across London

29%

PA Provided

108 venues provide a PA system

Full Backline

29 venues offer full backline

In-House Engineer

27 venues include an engineer

Capacity Breakdown

Small

34%

Medium

103

43%

Large

23%

Equipment Provision

BYO

266

71%

PA Only

21%

Full BL

How many grassroots music venues are in London? GigXchange lists 374 grassroots music venues across London. 29% provide a PA system and 8% offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA).

Do London venues provide equipment? 27 venues include an in-house sound engineer. The majority of London venues are medium (150–500). Data from GigXchange’s verified London venue directory, updated daily.

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Fuel Café Bar

London › WithingtonBe first to review

Withington's veggie café bar and live music venue

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Fulham Pier.

London › FulhamBe first to review

Riverside food, drink and live-events destination by Craven Cottage

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Glory Holes

London › AbbeyBe first to review

London › Glynde, near LewesBe first to review

Country estate for pop, jazz, soul and funk.

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250

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Golden Lion Todmorden

London › Fielden Square, TodmordenBe first to review

Todmorden pub with world music nights.

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Goods Shed

London › 3 Wharf RdBe first to review

Converted goods shed events space.

London › PaddingtonBe first to review

Community arts and culture space.

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Green Note

London › Camden TownBe first to review

50-cap award-winning Camden live venue.

London › HackneyBe first to review

East London church with soul and R&B events.

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Harbour Arts Centre

London › IrvineBe first to review

Community arts centre under restoration.

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Harrison Venue

London › King's CrossBe first to review

Kings Cross pub with live music.

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1,150

Heaven

London › Charing CrossBe first to review

Under Charing Cross, 1,150-cap club.

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2,000

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HERE at Outernet, London

London › Tottenham Court Road / Denmark StreetBe first to review

Immersive entertainment venue at Outernet.

London › StockportBe first to review

Rock and metal venue.

London › BrixtonBe first to review

Brixton reggae, ska and live music institution.

London › BermondseyBe first to review

Skatepark, bike shop, brewery and community hub.

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Hope And Anchor Islington

London › IslingtonBe first to review

PA Backline

Islington's legendary pub-rock and punk live music venue since 1880

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Horse Guards Parade, London

London › WhitehallBe first to review

Royal Parks parade ground for major events.

London › HoxtonBe first to review

PA Backline Engineer

Hoxton's Sunday-night free open mic at 178 Hoxton Street, N1 5LH — basement bar, full backline, in-house engineer, 1

London › HoxtonBe first to review

Grade II* listed 1863 Victorian music hall in Hoxton

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ICA

London › St James'sBe first to review

London's leading space for contemporary culture, music and performance on The Mall

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In A Secret Forest Boogie London

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Open-air silent disco party in the streets.

London › Greenwich PeninsulaBe first to review

Intimate 2,800-cap room inside The O2.

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800

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Islington Assembly Hall

London › Islington (Upper Street)Be first to review

Art Deco hall on Upper Street.

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London Venue FAQs

How many grassroots music venues are in London?

GigXchange lists 374 grassroots music venues in London, from small pub back rooms to mid-size standing rooms. Each listing includes capacity, backline provision, genres booked, and verification status. Browse the full national directory at UK Venue Directory.

Which London venues provide full backline?

29 of 374 London venues offer full backline (drums, guitar amp, bass amp, PA). 108 provide at least a PA system. 27 include an in-house sound engineer. Use the filters above to show only venues with backline.

What size are London's grassroots venues?

Of the 237 London venues with known capacity: 80 are small (under 150), 103 are medium (150–499), and 54 are large (500+). The majority of London’s grassroots scene is mid-size standing rooms.

How do I book a gig at a London venue?

Sign up free on GigXchange to view booking contacts, fee ranges, and submission processes for every London venue. Most grassroots venues accept email submissions with a link to your music, EPK, or social profiles. Check current UK fee benchmarks before quoting.

Are there open mics in London?

Yes. GigXchange also runs the UK Open Mic Finder for London, which lists weekly open mic nights with backline, day, and fee filters. Open mics are the main pathway from bedroom to stage for most grassroots artists. See also our guide on getting gigs in the UK.

What genres do London venues book?

The most commonly booked genres across London’s 374 grassroots venues are Rock, rock, Pop, jazz, folk. Many venues accept both original music and covers. Browse artist profiles by genre to find acts for your venue.

What are typical fees at London venues?

Fees vary by venue size and event type. The GigXchange Rate Calculator shows current percentiles for London by band size and venue type. Door splits are common at smaller venues; flat fees are more typical at mid-size rooms. The Musicians’ Union publishes recommended minimums.

Can I list my London venue for free?

Yes. Submissions are free, take 2 minutes, and are verified within 48 hours. Once approved, claim your listing to self-edit your profile and manage bookings. Venues with a PRS licence can also list their music policy.

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